strategic sourcing manager

Pemex Procurement International

<p><b>POSITION SUMMARY</b></p><p>The Strategic Sourcing Specialist is responsible for providing the analysis and follow-up needed to support the strategic sourcing department in the development and implementation of sourcing strategies for PPI &acute;s clients, including negotiations, and implementation of sourcing instruments such as Master Supply, Service, Lease, and License Agreements. They are also responsible for supporting the Strategic Sourcing Manager in business development and integration activities with PPI &acute;s current and new clients and to drive results for such clients in alignment with the applicable sourcing strategies and instruments.</p><p><b>LOCATION</b></p><p>Houston, TX 77079</p><p><b>ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Other duties may be assigned)</b></p><ul><li>Sourcing Strategy Development:</li><li>Reviews client&rsquo;s requests for sourcing instruments, schemes, and procurement solutions, and upon Manager&rsquo;s request.</li><li>Coordinates with business stakeholders, cross functional teams, end-users, buyers, sellers, and PPI&rsquo;s personnel, the obtention of supporting documents and information needed for the development of the required strategy.</li><li>Retrieves data from the Automated Information Systems (the &ldquo;Systems&rdquo;) and performs the spend analyses and demand forecasts required for the design of sourcing strategies.</li><li>Supports the manager in the design and development of the sourcing strategy which may encompass category, sourcing instrument, and procurement process development and implementation.</li><li>Supports manager in the definition and follow up of project plans and project schedules.</li><li>Prepares presentations and minutes of status review meetings</li><li>Negotiation and implementation of sourcing instruments:</li><li>Prepares, obtains approval, and sends invitation letters and requests for information (&ldquo;RFI&rdquo;) related to negotiation projects assigned.</li><li>When instructed by the Manager, prepares sourcing instruments drafts, either using the latest approved contract template for the corresponding type of sourcing scheme, or by coordinating with the legal department for the development of a new instrument template.</li><li>Provides support and follow-up to assigned negotiation projects, including but not limited to responses of suppliers to the RFI, including all legal documentation.</li><li>Evaluates comments received from the suppliers regarding the sourcing instrument draft if requested, and prepares for the Manager&rsquo;s approval, if needed, a response and/or counterproposal to such comments.</li><li>Supports the Manager in negotiation sessions with suppliers by coordinating activities, taking notes, and building rapport with the supplier&rsquo;s team to contribute to achieve the desired objectives; When applicable, evaluates counterproposals presented by suppliers and other parties and makes suggestions to the Manager, as needed.</li><li>Prepares presentations, coordinates, and participates in kick-off meetings with new suppliers to provide general orientation on the development and operation of strategic sourcing strategies, and instruments.</li><li>Implements sourcing instruments in the Systems and coordinates any related interaction with other departments such as Supplier Alliances, Procurement, Supplier Management and Analysis, and IT, to ensure that client &acute;s transactions are aligned with the corresponding strategy and instrument.</li><li>Prepares commercial recommendations for the use of sourcing instruments by new and current clients.</li><li>Prepares and submits for Manager&rsquo;s approval, official communications to clients and suppliers regarding execution, implementation, or termination of sourcing instruments</li><li>Commercial Support:</li><li>Participates in meetings with potential or current clients, to understand their specific needs.</li><li>Prepares presentations, coordinates, and participates in meetings with new or current clients to provide general orientation on PPI's available services.</li><li>Supports manager in the coordination and follow up of special projects.</li><li>Elaborates minutes of meetings, data and status reports, and presentations, as required</li><li>Administrative Support to the department:<b>EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCEQualificationsRequirementsTravel:Language:</b></li><li><b>Special requirements:</b></li><li>Prepares data and assists in internal and external audit processes, as requested.</li></ul><ul><li>Participates (including travel, when applicable) in the courses, seminars, conferences, etc. considered in the department&rsquo;s yearly program.</li><li>Reviews changes in applicable policies and norms to adapt sourcing strategies.</li><li>Participates in system functionality tests.</li><li>Performs other related duties and special projects, as required.</li><li>A four-year college degree in an engineering discipline (industrial engineering preferred) or business degree with an analytical orientation, A Master&rsquo;s degree preferred.</li><li>A minimum of three years of experience in sourcing, procurement, contract negotiation or related field.</li><li>Experience in price analysis is preferred.</li><li>Experience in the interpretation of legal documentation is preferred.</li><li>Honesty, trustworthiness, integrity, and dependability.</li><li>Customer focus.</li><li>Problem solving and innovation.</li><li>Certifications in Supply Chain Management, such as CPSM, and PSCM, or other related programs, are a plus.</li><li>5% - 20% of the time in the United States, Mexico, or as required.</li></ul><ul><li>Fluent in English and Spanish, excellent verbal and written skills in both languages with the ability to effectively write contract terms and conditions, prepare presentations and reports for management and present information to suppliers and internal/external customers.</li><li>Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, financial reports, legal documents, technical procedures, contracts, economic indicators and/or government regulations.</li><li>Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedures.</li><li>Computer Skills &ndash; Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Power Point, Outlook, etc.).</li><li>Math Ability &ndash; Ability to apply mathematical operations to price changes, economic index calculations, comparative analysis, and basic estimations/ projections.</li><li>Ability to learn how to use ERPs and/or new software quickly.</li><li>Knowledge of trade regulations and internal policies applicable to the clients is a plus.</li></ul><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: $78,694.27 - $94,771.59 per year</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Strategic Sourcing Specialist

Huntsman Corp

<div><div>Job Description:</div><div></div><div>
Purchasing Manager &ndash; Raw Materials (The Woodlands, Texas)</div><div>
Huntsman is seeking a Purchasing Manager &ndash; Raw Materials supporting the Global Purchasing Division located in The Woodlands, Texas. This position will report to the PUR Sourcing &ndash; Director Purchasing.</div><div></div><div>
Job Scope</div><div>
The Purchasing Manager &ndash; Raw Materials will lead procurement activities across select chemical raw materials and energy categories. This high-impact role combines strategic and tactical sourcing with operational execution, supporting Huntsman&rsquo;s Americas manufacturing sites and global initiatives. The role offers the opportunity to shape sourcing strategies, optimize costs, and drive long-term value creation.</div><div></div><div>
In summary, as the Purchasing Manager &ndash; Raw Materials, you will:</div><ul><li>
Lead sourcing for high-spend chemical and/or energy commodities with a focus on cost reduction and value creation.</li><li>
Develop and execute multi-year strategic sourcing plans aligned with business goals, including Make vs. Buy decisions, product substitution, and standardization.</li><li>
Negotiate and manage complex supply agreements to maximize profitability and ensure supply continuity.</li><li>
Maintain deep market insight into U.S. and global chemical and energy markets.</li><li>
Collaborate with Operations, Supply Chain, R&amp;D, and Technology teams to drive total cost of ownership improvements.</li><li>
Manage supplier relationships and develop strategic alliances across the extended supply chain.</li><li>
Execute procurement activities including contract negotiation, supplier onboarding, and SAP data accuracy.</li><li>
Provide consistent pricing and trend data for budgeting and forecasting.</li><li>
Influence internal stakeholders to ensure procurement delivers measurable business value.</li><li>
Formulate and execute risk mitigation strategies for high-impact commodities.</li></ul><div></div><div>
Qualifications</div><div>
You must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates.</div><div><i>
The candidate must have an unrestricted right to work for Huntsman in the United States.</i></div><div></div><div>
Minimum Qualifications</div><div></div><div>
Education required<br>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in chemistry, Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or a related field.</div><div></div><div>
Experience required</div><ul><li>
5+ years of relevant experience in procurement, chemicals, oil &amp; gas, or related industries.</li><li>
Proven success in strategic sourcing and supplier relationship management.</li><li>
Strong knowledge of U.S. energy and chemicals markets.</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to deliver results in strategic sourcing and cost optimization initiatives.</li></ul><div></div><div>
Skills and knowledge</div><ul><li>
Commercial Acumen &ndash; Strategic thinker with a strong business orientation.</li><li>
Negotiation &amp; Influence &ndash; Skilled in managing complex supplier and stakeholder relationships.</li><li>
Analytical &amp; Problem-Solving &ndash; Data-driven decision-maker with market intelligence expertise.</li><li>
Communication &amp; Collaboration &ndash; Excellent communicator and cross-functional team player.</li></ul><div></div><div>
Preferred Qualifications</div><ul><li>
Experience in commodity chemicals or energy trading and derivatives, including contract management.</li><li>
Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP), MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word), Power BI, or project management tools.</li></ul><div></div><div>
Working Environment</div><ul><li>
Location: The Woodlands, Texas</li><li>
Travel Requirement: Up to 15%</li></ul><div></div><div><div>
Huntsman is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all qualified applicants for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identification, sexual orientation and/or expression or any other characteristic protected by law in every location in which we have facilities national or local.</div></div><div><div><br>
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All unsolicited resumes presented by recruitment agencies are treated as pro bono information or service.</div></div><div></div><div><div><br>
Huntsman is aware of a scam involving fraudulent job offers. Huntsman does not make job offers until after a candidate has submitted a job application and has participated in a face-to-face interview. Please be advised that emails from Huntsman always end in &ldquo;<div>@huntsman.com</div>&rdquo; , and that any job offer that requires payment or requires you to deposit a check is likely a scam. If you have questions about any open positions at Huntsman, please visit our Careers website at <div>http://www.huntsman.com/corporate/a/Careers</div>.</div></div><div></div><div>
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Purchasing Manager - Raw Materials

Rice University

<div><p><b>Special Instructions to Applicants: </b>All interested applicants should attach a resume in PDF format in the Supporting Documents section of the application.
</p><p><b>Position Summary:
</b></p><p>The Strategic Sourcing Specialist will manage and lead the acquisition of complex indirect goods and services across critical university categories, which may include professional services, travel and construction. This role involves developing go-to-market strategies, leading RFXs, negotiating contracts and commercial terms, managing key supplier relationships, engaging with stakeholders, evaluating market conditions and executing the strategic sourcing plan. The specialist will serve as a critical partner in managing university resources, ensuring that sourcing activities directly support Rice's research and educational mission.
</p><p><b>Ideal Candidate Statement:
</b></p><p>The ideal candidate offers extensive, demonstrated success in strategic sourcing and category management within complex indirect categories such as professional services, travel and construction. This role requires an established track record of generating significant cost savings, negotiating best-in-class commercial terms and securing robust contractual terms and conditions. We seek a candidate who possesses strong problem-solving abilities, maintains a highly results-driven mindset and demonstrates an exceptional commitment to customer service and making a substantial impact on the University.
</p><p><b>Workplace Requirements:
</b></p><p>This position is offered as a hybrid role (minimum of two days in the office per week). Per Rice policy 440 , work arrangements may be subject to change.
</p><p><b>Proposed Hiring Range: </b>$73,000 - $102,000 annually
</p><p><b>Minimum Requirements:
</b></p><ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree from an accredited institution in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Accounting, or a related discipline.
<ul><li>In lieu of the education requirement, additional related experience, above and beyond what is required, on an equivalent year for year basis may be substituted.
</li></ul></li><li>Three or more (3+) years of related procurement experience in a sourcing, specialist or category management role.
</li></ul><p><b>Skills
</b></p><ul><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage with individuals at all levels, both internally and externally.
</li><li>Strong interpersonal, negotiation, listening and presentation skills.
</li><li>Exceptional team player. Must be able to work collaboratively, take direction, adhere to required work schedules, meet commitments, focus on details and comply with work rules.
</li><li>Strong analytical, organizational, reasoning, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
</li><li>Customer-focused with a positive attitude and a sense of urgency.
</li><li>Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with others and maintain confidentiality when appropriate.
</li><li>Ability to resolve conflicts amicably.
</li><li>Ability to work independently and within an organization to manage tasks and timelines.
</li><li>Ability to maintain a high level of performance.
</li><li>Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple tasks, organize and prioritize work to meet strict deadlines and work with minimal direct supervision.
</li><li>Ability to organize, schedule, and prioritize workload to meet key milestones and objectives.
</li><li>Advanced proficiency in MS Excel and PowerPoint; Intermediate proficiency for Outlook and Word.
</li><li>Proficiency in data analysis and visualization tools for spend analysis, market trend evaluation and performance reporting.
</li><li>Experience with or understanding of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) concepts as applied to procurement, contracting, sourcing and risk assessment, contributing to Rice's digital transformation in the P2P space.
</li><li>Must be able to perform all essential and marginal functions of the job.
</li></ul><p><b>Preferences:
</b></p><ul><li>Five or more (5+) years of related procurement experience in a sourcing, specialist or category management role.
</li><li>Familiarity with higher education procurement practices and requirements.
</li><li>Experience with indirect category procurement, sourcing and contracting.
</li><li>Proven strategic sourcing experience within multiple high-spend indirect categories such as Professional Services, Travel, Construction, HR, MRO and Major Equipment.
</li><li>Direct experience implementing or utilizing AI/ML-driven procurement tools.
</li><li>Demonstrated proficiency with Oracle Fusion Cloud, eSourcing, project management, contract management and spend analytics tools.
</li></ul><p><b>Essential Functions:
</b></p><ul><li>Serves as a relationship manager to campus stakeholders and suppliers.
</li><li>Advises and assists department staff, faculty and leadership in the acquisition of goods and services.
</li><li>Leads and executes complex RFXs for goods, services and technologies, utilizing data and market intelligence to develop optimal negotiation strategies.
</li><li>Evaluates and challenges complex commercial proposals using advanced total cost of ownership (TCO) models to ensure maximum value and alignment with organizational goals.
</li><li>Independently leads and executes high-stakes supplier negotiations to secure significant cost savings, optimal service levels, best-in-class commercial deals and favorable contractual terms and conditions.
</li><li>Drives continuous improvement across the procurement lifecycle by analyzing performance data, streamlining processes and implementing best-in-class sourcing strategies.
</li><li>Actively manages open orders and stakeholder requirements to ensure timely delivery.
</li><li>Ensures commitments are met by monitoring progress and addressing issues proactively.
</li><li>Conducts market research to identify new potential suppliers and evaluate market trends.
</li><li>Performs all other duties as assigned to support the department's objectives.
</li></ul><p><b>Rice University HR | Benefits: </b>https://knowledgecafe.rice.edu/benefits
</p><p><b>Rice Mission and Values: </b>Mission and Values | Rice University
</p><p><i>Rice University is committed to ensuring Equal Employment Opportunity and welcoming the fullness of diversity into our candidate pools. Rice considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. Rice also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. If an applicant requires a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please contact Rice University&rsquo;s Disability Resource Center at 713-348-5841 or </i><i>adarice@rice.edu </i><i>for support.
</i></p><p><i>If you have any additional questions, please email us at </i><i>jobs@rice.edu </i><i>. Thank you for your interest in employment with Rice University.</i></p></div>
<br><div>Boasting a 300-acre tree-lined campus in Houston, Rice University is ranked among the nation&rsquo;s top 20 universities by U.S. News &amp; World Report. Rice has a 6-to-1 undergraduate student-to-faculty ratio, and a residential college system, which supports students intellectually, emotionally and culturally through social events, intramural sports, student plays, lectures series, courses and student government. Developing close-knit, diverse college communities is a strong campus tradition, which is why Rice is highly ranked for best quality of life and best value among private universities.</div>

Axens North America, Inc.- Willow Island

<div><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Summary</b></h1><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
The Global Category Manager will proactively manage purchasing activities and provides support to supplier management system. This individual will execute procurement duties in support of Furnace Operations Group, Process &amp; Field Services Division, and priority equipment following procurement department procedures and processes to ensure compliance with corporate policies. </b><b>This position will work a total of 28 hours per week.</b></h1><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
JOB DUTIES/Responsibilities</b></h1><div><ul><li>
Develop, issue, and analyze Request for Quote/Purchases (RFQ/P) and recommend the best solution</li><li>
Prepare, issue, and evaluate RFP/RFQs in coordination with Engineering/Operations to develop scope of work and technical specification</li><li>
Analyze bids and formulate purchase recommendations for Management review</li><li>
Conduct competitive, best value, and single/sole source bids</li><li>
Define and negotiate Terms and Conditions with suppliers</li><li>
Attends Procurement related meetings and events</li><li>
Communicate effectively with Project Management, Procurement, Engineering, Legal, Risk Management, Operations, Suppliers, Distributors, Accounts Payable, and Vendor Maintenance, support to resolve internal and external issues and provide support</li><li>
Maintain a constant communication with third party suppliers</li><li>
Track and report KPI&rsquo;s to Management on a quarterly basis through organization&rsquo;s quality management system</li><li>
Feed supplier database based on previous cost, quality of service, reliability for goods and services</li><li>
Demonstrate strong negotiation and contracting skills that build strong supplier relationships and minimize total cost</li><li>
Identify and select suppliers that meet quality, delivery, and cost initiatives in accordance with the strategic sourcing plan through collaboration with Project, Sales and Operations teams</li><li>
Develops and maintains awareness of changing commodity related to business trends in the marketplace and the possible impacts to the company</li><li>
Develops, recommends, and implements improvements in processes and procedures for department to reduce cost while improving service levels.</li><li>
Assist Accounting in resolving purchase/billing discrepancies, and other departments as necessary</li><li>
Analyze spend/data/trends to identify and develop strategic sourcing initiatives which meet the needs of clients and provides solutions/recommendations to the global Category Leads based on research of institutional spend, end-user impact, feedback and market place analysis</li><li>
Collaborate with Global Category Leads to support strategic agreements and any change in vendor contracts to maximize benefit to organization</li><li>
Participate in meetings with internal and external customers to understand project requirements and timelines</li><li>
Manage new and/or existing supplier relationships with international, multi-tier or highly technical suppliers</li><li>
Support onboarding and supplier qualification per company policy and ISO standards</li><li>
Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives that drive improvements in Quality, Delivery and Cost</li><li>
Deliver annual cost saving initiatives through execution of sourcing projects and collaboration with internal stakeholders</li><li>
Ensure compliance with global Procurement Policies</li><li>
Support governance process with review cycles to support Management Team</li><li>
Must possess a strategic mindset for balancing commercial objectives and assessing risks.</li><li>
Implementation and continuous improvements of standardization of activities</li><li>
Develop thorough knowledge of the Company&rsquo;s ERP tools</li><li>
Initial and help maintain Requisition Planning Tool to support project execution</li><li>
Support indirect purchasing activities to support business partners.</li><li>
Apply standards and processes consistently with minimal supervision</li><li>
Works as a Team in a fast paced and pressure environment</li><li>
Willing to travel and collaborate with global strategic suppliers.</li><li>
Identify and qualify new suppliers to diversify the supply chain and mitigate risk when deem necessary.</li><li>
Identify and leverage companywide spending opportunities</li><li>
Define purchasing strategies on its portfolio based on internal stakeholders&rsquo; needs and business orientations.<ul><li>
Set up Technical, Industrial &amp; Purchasing Strategy in order to optimize global portfolio performance and competitiveness</li><li>
Ensure market screening, benchmarking, best practices and innovation.</li><li>
Involve from the early proposal phase to Axens project execution.</li><li>
Establish risk management mapping and relevant mitigation plan</li></ul></li><li>
Managing Suppliers relationship<ul><li>
Manage supplier business relationship and promote suppliers' innovation with stakeholders</li><li>
Ensure supplier performance assessment</li><li>
Manage regular supplier performance and support Top management meeting</li></ul></li><li>
Performs other duties as necessary.</li></ul></div><p><b>
Education</b></p><div><ul><li>
BS in Engineering, BS in Business or related field or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or related experience may be substituted for degree</li></ul></div><p><b>
Work Experience</b></p><div><ul><li>
5-8 Years of technical experience with 5 years in a related management level position</li><li>
Must have at least 4 years of material/equipment purchasing and expediting experience related to A/E industry, including past purchasing agent experience</li><li>
Advanced knowledge of procurement/vendor inspection techniques and requirements, accounting, financial management and business contract law preferred.</li><li>
Working knowledge of Windows based software programs.</li></ul></div><p><b>
Required SKILLS/ABILITIES:</b></p><div><ul><li>
Excellent communicative and interpersonal skills essential</li><li>
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills</li><li>
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Power Point, Teams, Notes, etc.)</li><li>
SAP, Aconex,</li><li>
Ability to work in a fast paced, high-pressure environment and prioritize own workload.</li><li>
Unquestionable ethics and desire to always, &ldquo;Do the Right Thing.&rdquo;</li><li>
Ability to be creative and innovative in finding solutions and negotiating strategies with insatiable desire to learn more and improve every day.</li><li>
Ability to work with and lead geographically dispersed cross-functional teams.</li></ul></div><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
QHSE REQUIREMENTS</b></h1><div><b><i>
Quality</i></b></div><div><ul><li>
Take responsibility for the sustainability of Axens and ensuring quality performance</li><li>
Report any and all quality related issues or non-conformities to your manager</li><li>
Maintain awareness, proactively participate and support all Axens policies for quality management</li><li>
Assist in the continual improvement of an effective Integrated Management System complying with the requirements of ISO 9001:2015</li><li>
Assist in achieving Site, Department, Regional and Global Quality Management Program goals and objectives</li></ul></div><div></div><div><b><i><br>
Health and Safety</i></b></div><div><ul><li>
Take responsibility for the health and safety of self and others</li><li>
Report any and all health and safety incidents to your manager</li><li>
Maintain awareness, proactively participate and support all Axens policies and objectives regarding health and safety</li><li>
Assist in the continual improvement of an effective Integrated Management System complying with the requirements of ISO 45001:2018</li><li>
Assist in achieving Site, Departmental, Regional and Global Health and Safety goals and objectives</li></ul></div><div><b><i>
Environmental</i></b></div><div><ul><li>
Take responsibility for the sustainability of Axens and protecting the environment</li><li>
Report any and all environmental concerns or incidents to your manager</li><li>
Maintain awareness, proactively participate and support all Axens policies regarding environmental protection</li><li>
Assist in the continual improvement of an effective Integrated Management System complying with the requirements of ISO 14001:2015</li><li>
Assist in achieving Site, Departmental, Regional and Global Environmental Management Program goals and objectives</li></ul></div></div>

Global Category Manager

WIVERSE (a DELACAN company)

<p>Key Skills: Knowledge of towers operations - general construction, vegetation management, lighting services &amp; materials, safety climb services &amp; materials.<br/>Ability to influence conversations and work through building relationships, thoughtful framing of issues, and building influence through excellent work.<br/>Assesses underperforming results and implements plans to address rectifying and monitoring.</p><p>Position Summary<br/>The Category Manager position is responsible for all spend analysis and strategic sourcing initiatives in their assigned category. This includes the development and implementation of sourcing strategies and initiatives to drive significant improvement in cost, quality and availability in a manner consistent with internal values, while working with internal stakeholder teams for full value solutions. Within this role, you will also be expected to manage the supplier relationship, providing relevant scorecard data and internal feedback in review sessions with the goal of continuous improvement and exceptional performance.</p><p>Essential Job Functions</p><ul><li>Manage the Tower Operations portfolio of ~$65M annual spend with key tower stakeholders (categories &ndash; general construction, vegetation management, lighting services &amp; materials, safety climb services &amp; materials).</li><li>Lead and contribute to the development and execution of strategies that align with business objectives and cost-efficiency goals supporting quality and productivity needs.</li><li>Coordinate with Tower Operations, Procurement, and other departments to align supply chain processes with project timelines.</li><li>Conduct RFX events in Coupa, prepare bid analysis, present sourcing recommendations to stakeholders and execute awards per team selections.</li><li>Manage all new and existing contracts in conjunction with legal, business leaders, and suppliers to deliver performance results.</li><li>Oversee and manage supplier initiatives for continuous improvement utilizing internal and external data, stakeholder feedback and Supply Chain best practices.</li><li>Proactively identify potential supply chain business continuity risks and develop strategies to mitigate them.</li><li>Lead change management when establishing new sourcing programs and driving on-going evaluations to ensure savings and supply, as well as supplier performance.</li></ul><p>Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:</p><ul><li>High-level knowledge of vendor platforms such as Ciena, Arista, Juniper, Dell, etc</li><li>Working knowledge and proven success crafting and redlining contracts, master purchase agreements, and terms &amp; conditions.</li><li>Analytical background with the ability to drive business decisions through data-driven analysis.</li><li>Experience in establishing successful cross-functional relationships is critical.</li><li>Ability to influence conversations and work through building relationships, thoughtful framing of issues, and building influence through excellent work.</li><li>Assesses underperforming results and implements plans to address rectifying and monitoring.</li><li>Develop and monitor strategy implementation and contract compliance for key spend categories.</li><li>Provide creative solutions to business problems utilizing strategic and critical thinking.</li></ul><p>Education/Certifications</p><ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering or a related field (preferred)</li></ul><p>Experience/Minimum Requirements</p><ul><li>Minimum of five (5) years of experience in Supply Chain Sourcing and/or Tower Design, Construction and/or Operations</li></ul><p>Other Skills/Abilities</p><ul><li>Proficiency in JDE and Coupa (or similar spend management platforms) preferred</li><li>Strong analytical and data-driven-making skills</li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group of executives, managers, and subject matter experts</li><li>Good financial acumen</li><li>Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain trusting relationships</li><li>Ability to meet project deadlines and manage resources accordingly</li><li>Strong organization and prioritization skills</li></ul><p>Working Conditions: This role falls into our hybrid work model working in the office on Tuesday through Thursday. On Monday&rsquo;s &amp; Fridays, teammates on the hybrid schedule will have the option to work from the office or home.</p><p>Job Type: Contract</p><p>Pay: $43.63 - $50.00 per hour</p><p>Expected hours: 40 per week</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Supply Chain Category Manager

Siemens Energy

<div><p><b>A Snapshot of Your Day (position overview)</b></p><p>
Siemens Energy is seeking a Project Procurement Manager (PPM) to join our Aero Derivative Gas Turbine business! In this role, you&rsquo;ll integrate Procurement into project teams from the bid phase through execution, leading all related activities to drive cost competitiveness and quality. You'll support the New Unit Package team across the project lifecycle, applying standard tools and methods to meet customer requirements and improve responsiveness!</p><p><b>
How You&rsquo;ll Make an Impact (responsibilities)</b></p><ul><li>
Engage early in the sales phase to analyze project planning and ensure Procurement involvement from the beginning.</li><li>
Actively participate in project and sales meetings, offering supply market insights, preferred supplier options, and innovation to optimize supplier selection and internal processes.</li><li>
Serve as the key liaison between project teams and both operational and strategic Procurement, advising on Procurement planning, target costing, and ensuring compliance with regulations and standards.</li><li>
Analyze scope of supply and contractual obligations, while understanding customer functional requirements to align sourcing strategy accordingly.</li><li>
Identify Procurement-related risks, opportunities, and potential claims throughout the project lifecycle to mitigate risks and improve value.</li><li>
Support bid preparation with accurate cost data (Total Cost of Ownership), ensure supplier obligations align with customer contracts, and proactively track supplier delivery performance.</li></ul><p><b>
What You Bring (requirements)</b></p><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree or equivalent experience in related field</li><li>
5 to 8 years relevant work experience in Project Management &amp; Procurement</li><li>
Solid track record of delivering increased value and significant cost savings for partners and customers through strategic sourcing and supplier analysis.</li><li>
Self-motivated and solutions oriented, with a mentality for challenging the status quo while building strong, collaborative relationships across all partner levels.</li><li>
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills with the ability to influence and challenge cross-functional teams to meet project objectives.</li><li>
Skilled in market intelligence gathering and presenting commercial insights to internal decision-makers; experienced in evaluating bid packages and driving supplier performance.</li><li>
Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization. Siemens Energy employees with current visa sponsorship may be eligible for internal transfers.</li></ul><p><b>
About the Team</b></p><p><b>
Gas Services</b></p><p>
Our Gas Services division offers Low-emission power generation through service and decarbonization. Zero or low emission power generation and all gas turbines under one roof, steam turbines and generators. Decarbonization opportunities through service offerings, modernization, and digitalization of the fleet.</p><p><b>
Who is Siemens Energy?</b></p><p>
At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. With ~100,000 dedicated employees in more than 90 countries, we develop the energy systems of the future, ensuring that the growing energy demand of the global community is met optimally and sustainably. The technologies crafted in our research departments and factories drive the energy transition and provide the base for one sixth of the world's electricity generation.</p><p>
Our global team is committed to making balanced, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.</p><p>
Find out how you can make a difference at Siemens Energy: https://www.siemens-energy.com/employeevideo</p><p><b>
Rewards</b></p><ul><li>
Career growth and development opportunities; supportive work culture</li><li>
Company paid Health and wellness benefits</li><li>
Paid Time Off and paid holidays</li><li>
401K savings plan with company match</li><li>
Family building benefits</li><li>
Parental leave</li></ul><p><b>
https://jobs.siemens-energy.com/jobs</b></p></div>

Project Procurement Manager (PPM) - Aeroderivative Gas Turbine

Kuraray America

<div><p><b>Title: Procurement Specialist
</b></p><p><b>Location: Houston, TX</b></p><p><b><br>
Who we are:</b></p><p><b>
Voted one of the Nation's Best and Brightest Companies to Work for, Kuraray America, Inc. (KAI)</b> is a global leader in specialty chemical, fiber, and resin production. With top-of-the-line research and production facilities and a vast network of supplies from around the world, Kuraray leads the industry in specialty dental, fiber, resin, and elastomer products. Kuraray America is a wholly owned subsidiary of Kuraray Company, Ltd. Based in Tokyo, Japan. Kuraray has operations in 31 countries and employs more than 11,000 employees, including over 800 in the United States.</p><p><b>
Why Kuraray:</b></p><p>
Kuraray is building a better tomorrow, today. Our team members are dedicated to expanding our business with committed professionals who share essential values such as integrity, excellence, teamwork, and accountability.</p><p>
As a part of Kuraray America, Inc., our team shares the advantages of working for the leader in specialty chemicals, resins, and fibers. Our international presence and resources allow us to be a world-leading innovator in the industries we service. Yet, despite our size, our people are more than just a number. As a new team member, you can expect to earn responsibility quickly. Our commitment to our people is visible in our comprehensive benefits package. As a Kuraray team member, you will have the opportunity to enjoy competitive salaries and benefits, incentive opportunities, and an excellent work environment.</p><p><b><br>
Position Summary:</b></p><p>
The Procurement Specialist is responsible for leading strategic sourcing initiatives aligned with company objectives to provide sustainable, cost-effective, and reliable materials and services to Kuraray's businesses. The Procurement Specialist role involves identifying and qualifying new suppliers that meet Kuraray's requirements, while continuously developing market intelligence to inform top-tier strategies. The Procurement Specialist will also represent Kuraray in negotiations and work closely with diverse business teams to implement sourcing programs and strategies enabled by third-party goods and services. The Procurement Specialist also includes overseeing supplier performance, managing contracts, and driving process improvements that contribute to long-term cost savings and operational efficiency.</p><p>
This position will be a <b>Hybrid/Remote</b> position (2 days per week in the office/ 3 days per week remote).</p><p><b>
Responsibilities:</b></p><p><b>
Strategic Sourcing &amp; Procurement Planning</b></p><ul><li><p>
Develop and implement sourcing strategies that drive continuous improvement, service excellence, and sustainable cost savings.</p></li><li><p>
Conduct market analysis to stay informed on trends, cost drivers, and labor rates that may impact sourcing decisions.</p></li><li><p>
Provide early procurement involvement in key projects to ensure sourcing considerations are embedded from the start.</p></li><li><p>
Use planning systems and protocols to support long-term procurement goals.</p></li><li><p>
Identify opportunities for innovation and process optimization across procurement activities.</p></li></ul><p><b>
Supplier Relationship &amp; Contract Management</b></p><ul><li><p>
Lead the selection, evaluation, and onboarding of suppliers based on quality, cost, service, compliance, and capability.</p></li><li><p>
Manage key supplier relationships to ensure alignment with business needs and performance expectations.</p></li><li><p>
Negotiate favorable terms and manage contract lifecycles, including post-award activities, purchase orders, and ongoing vendor relations.</p></li><li><p>
Monitor supplier performance and resolve issues related to quality, service, safety, and supply disruptions.</p></li><li><p>
Address and mitigate complex supplier incidents to maintain strong supplier performance.</p></li></ul><p><b>
Cross-Functional Collaboration</b></p><ul><li><p>
Partner with supply chain, operations, logistics, and other internal teams to ensure procurement strategies support business goals.</p></li><li><p>
Collaborate with the Global Raw Materials Procurement team to align local strategies with global sourcing initiatives.</p></li><li><p>
Serve as a key liaison to internal stakeholders at all levels, providing regular updates on procurement initiatives and outcomes.</p></li></ul><p><b>
Process Improvement &amp; Compliance</b></p><ul><li><p>
Identify inefficiencies in procurement systems, processes, or procedures and lead improvement initiatives using change management best practices.</p></li><li><p>
Continuously assess and refine procurement processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.</p></li><li><p>
Ensure adherence to audit, compliance, and regulatory standards, reporting any deviations or risks appropriately.</p></li></ul><p><b>
Data Analysis &amp; Reporting</b></p><ul><li><p>
Conduct research and data analysis to inform procurement strategies and decision-making.</p></li><li><p>
Prepare, organize, and present procurement reports, including metrics, accomplishments, and special project summaries.</p></li><li><p>
Track and report on key performance indicators and progress toward procurement goals.</p></li></ul><p><b>
Project Management</b></p><ul><li><p>
Manage multiple concurrent procurement projects, ensuring priorities are clearly defined and timelines are met.</p></li><li><p>
Apply structured project management approaches to deliver consistent results across initiatives.</p></li></ul><p><b>
People Leadership</b></p><ul><li><p>
Directly manage and mentor a direct report, fostering their growth and development.</p></li><li><p>
Set performance goals, conduct regular check-ins, and provide constructive feedback.</p></li></ul><p><b><br>
Minimum Qualifications:</b></p><ul><li>
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or Sourcing</li><li>
Minimum of 3-5 years of procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain management</li><li>
Knowledge of OCIP and insurance processes</li><li>
Proven track record of successful negotiations and supplier management.</li><li>
Strong negotiation and analytical skills, with experience in multicultural and international environments.</li><li>
Proficiency in SAP, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and SharePoint.</li><li>
Experience with SAP Business Queries and data analysis to inform decision-making.</li><li>
Outstanding verbal and written communication, presentation, interpersonal, creative thinking, consulting, and analytical skills.</li><li>
Ability to prioritize work to manage multiple projects to meet deadlines.</li><li>
Excellent problem-solving/decision-making skills.</li><li>
Ability to multi-task</li>
Candidates must have a valid driver's license.<br>
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<p><b>Competencies</b>:</p><ul><li>
Customer Focus
<ul><li>Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.</li></ul></li><li>
Business Insight
<ul><li>Applying knowledge of business and the marketplace to advance the organization's goals.</li></ul></li><li>
Cultivates Innovation
<ul><li>Creating new and better ways for the organization to be successful.</li></ul></li></ul><ul><li>
Action Oriented
<ul><li>Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.</li></ul></li><li>
Ensures Accountability
<ul><li>Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.</li></ul></li><li>
Drives Results
<ul><li>Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstance</li></ul></li><li>
Collaborates
<ul><li>Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.</li></ul></li><li>
Values Difference
<ul><li>Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization</li></ul></li><li>
Communicates Effectively
<ul><li>Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.</li></ul></li><li>
Courage
<ul><li>Stepping up to address difficult issues, saying what needs to be said.</li></ul></li><li>
Instills Trust
<ul><li>Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.</li></ul></li><li>
Situational Adaptability
<ul><li>Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations.</li></ul></li></ul><p></p><p><br>
We offer a competitive compensation package that includes base pay and an annual incentive. This program is designed to reward individual performance and align overall rewards with corporate and team performance.</p><p>
Our employees benefit from a robust healthcare package that includes wellness reimbursements, along with generous perks such as three weeks of paid time off, ten company holidays, paid parental leave, education reimbursement, and a matching 401k plan, among other offerings.<br>
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<p><b>Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S.</b></p><p><b>
Learn more at </b><b>kuraray.us.com/careers/</b></p><p>
Kuraray America, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer AA M/F/disability/protected veteran status.</p><p>
<b>No third-party candidates accepted.</b></p></div>

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